Niagara County Sheriff's Office, New York
End of Watch Monday, June 19, 1944
Add to My HeroesFred A. Bigalow
Sheriff Fred Bigalow succumbed to a gunshot wound sustained the previous day while attempting to arrest a suspect on Upper Mountain Road in Pekin.
The suspect had been located in a hayloft of a barn, and the sheriff was shot when he climbed onto the loft. Sheriff Bigalow was transported to Lockport City Hospital where he succumbed to his wounds the following day.
The suspect committed suicide a short time later.
Sheriff Bigalow had been sheriff for 9 years. He was survived by his wife, mother, and brother. His late father had also served as Niagara County Sheriff.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour 9 years
- Badge 0001
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Incident Date Sunday, June 18, 1944
- Weapon Shotgun
- Offender Committed suicide
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsSheriff Bigalow,
On today, the 80th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Niagara County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)
June 19, 2024
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